Connis
A feminine name of Latin origin meaning "constant, steadfast".
Name Census estimates that about 2 living Americans carry the first name Connis. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Connis today is around 91 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Connis births was 1941 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Connis. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Connis is about 91 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Connis' were born before 1945.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Connis. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
2
~ 1 in 171,377,169 Americans
Peak year
1941
5 babies that year
Average age
91
years old
1941 SSA rank
#3,596
Tracked since 1941
Popularity
Connis: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Connis by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Connis during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1940s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Connis
The name Connis has its origins in the ancient Celtic language, tracing back to the early medieval period around the 5th century AD. It is believed to have derived from the Old Irish word "conn," which means wisdom or counsel. The name was particularly prevalent among the Celtic tribes that inhabited present-day Ireland, Scotland, and parts of Wales.
Connis was a popular name among the ancient Celts, and its earliest recorded usage can be found in various medieval Irish texts and manuscripts. One notable reference is in the Annals of Ulster, a chronicle of medieval Irish history, where a figure named Connis mac Fergus is mentioned as a prominent chieftain in the year 685 AD.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Connis. One of the earliest recorded examples is Connis of Clonmacnoise (d. 747 AD), an Irish abbot and scholar who served as the head of the renowned Clonmacnoise monastery in County Offaly, Ireland. His works on Irish hagiography and religious writings contributed significantly to the preservation of early Irish literature.
Another notable figure was Connis O'Mulconry (c. 1120 - c. 1200), a renowned Irish historian and poet from the medieval period. He was a member of the esteemed O'Mulconry family, known for their expertise in preserving and transmitting Irish history and genealogies through oral traditions and written works.
In the 14th century, Connis O'Donnell (c. 1310 - 1381) was a prominent Irish chieftain and lord of Tír Conaill (present-day County Donegal, Ireland). He played a crucial role in the struggles against the Anglo-Norman invasion of Ireland and was known for his military prowess and leadership.
Moving forward in time, Connis MacNeill (1670 - 1745) was a Scottish Jacobite soldier and landowner who fought in support of the exiled House of Stuart during the Jacobite risings of the early 18th century. He was involved in the Battle of Sheriffmuir in 1715 and later lost his estates for his loyalties to the Stuart cause.
Lastly, Connis Macdonald (1810 - 1881) was a Scottish author and journalist who gained recognition for his writings on Scottish history, culture, and folklore. He published several works, including "The Hebrides: Their History and Present Condition" and "Rambles Round Glasgow," which provided valuable insights into the Scottish Highlands and urban life in the 19th century.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Connis throughout history, reflecting its deep-rooted connection to the Celtic cultures and its enduring presence across various regions and time periods.
People
Connis + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Connis as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with C
Other first names starting with C with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Connis: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Connis?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 2 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Connis going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 171,377,169 US residents.
Is Connis a common name?
We classify Connis as "Very Rare". It ranks above 4.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Connis most popular?
The single biggest year for Connis was 1941, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Connis is about 91 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Connis in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Connis a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Connis in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Connis still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Connis in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Connis can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Connis?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.